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Ezekiel 45

Ezekiel 45:2

Consecration of the Land · Ezekiel 45:1–6
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Translations

Modern
Within this area there is to be a section for the sanctuary 500 cubits square, with 50 cubits around it for open land.
Traditional
Of this there shall be for the sanctuary five hundred in length, with five hundred in breadth, square round about; and fifty cubits round about for the suburbs thereof.
Literal
There shall be from this for the sanctuary five hundred by five hundred, a square plot, around, with fifty cubits open space for it all around.
Latin
Et erit ex omni parte sanctificatum quingentos per quingentos, quadrifariam per circuitum, et quinquaginta cubitis in suburbana ejus per gyrum.

Original

Hebrew
English
Within this area there is to be a section for the sanctuary 500 cubits square, with 50 cubits around it for open land.

Notes

Ezekiel 45:1–8

Ezekiel 47–48 describes how the restored promised land was divided among the tribes. This section focuses on the central sacred area, which included land for the priests.

The exiles were eager to regain land, as they had none. Ezekiel's goal was not just to ensure fair land distribution. He wanted to remind them of the promised land's true purpose. It was a place where God would live among his people. Therefore, the central part of the land was assigned to the Lord as his holy portion. This created a zone of holiness and protection around the temple.

Events

Measurements

  • 500 cubits square: About 875 ft (266.7 m)
  • 50 cubits: About 87.5 ft (26.7 m)

Glossary

Baptism of Jesus Book of Revelation Ezekiel (Person) Ezekiel, Book of Inheritance Judaism New Jerusalem Pentecost Sadducees Son of Man Temple Theocracy

Topics

Priest: Benefits of Portions of Sacrifices and offerings Priest: Benefits of Provided with Cities and Suburbs